Manara Developers
Founder – A Leader in The Purest Sense, Ali Brings with Him 20 Plus Years of Success Inspiring and Leading Business Units in Fortune 500 Organizations Like Global Crossing, Level 3, and Windstream to Exceed Their Goals and Set the Highest Standards of Excellence. Ali Has Developed and Nurtured a Winning Culture Within His Organizations That Demands Ownership, Accountability, And The “Get It Done” Attitude That Is Essential to Growth.
Ali Is a Serial Entrepreneur with Extensive Experience in Building Companies in Both the It Sector, Where He Grew Business Units to Several Hundred Million Dollars, and in Real Estate Development Becoming a Major Contributor to The Development Landscape. As an Executive at Sierra America Development, He Grew the Company to Become a Premier Custom Home Manufacturer, Developing in Master Planned Communities Like Dessert Mountain and Mirabel. He Established Partnerships, And Collaborated, With Large Master Planned Community Builders Like Meritage Homes, Camelot Homes, And BMC to Deliver Thousands of Homes in Newly Developed Master Planned Communities.
He Has Had Successful Exits in Silicon Valley and Chairs an Ai and Machine Learning Powered Edtech Company.
Head of Design Engineering – With His 18-Year Career Spent at Henderson Engineers, Katerra Inc – Engineering and, Most Recently Burns and Mcdonnell Asif Is a Highly Accomplished Mepengineering Professional Experienced in The Design, Construction Management, And Project Management of Multifamily Facilities, Sports Complexes, And high-End Retail Establishments. Asif Has Successfully Overseen the Design and Construction of Projects Valued at Over $750 Million, Leading Large-Scale initiatives with an Emphasis On Quality, Innovation, And Sustainability.
With A Proven Track Record of Delivering Projects On Time, Within Budget, and to the Highest Standards of Excellence, Asif Is Recognized for His Ability to Integrate Complex Mechanical, Electrical, And Plumbing Systems into A Variety of Specialized Building Types.
FInance – Shaheryar Joins the Team with A Deep Understanding of Financial Planning, Accounting, And Analytics. Through His Vast, And Well-Rounded Experience, Shaheryar Has Mastered the Art of Cultivating and Maintaining Business Partnerships Across Diverse Business Units to Implement, Support and Drive Enhancement of Company Accountability Through Value Added Analysis and Reporting.
While at Blackberry, Shaheryar Architected Specific Measures to Drive Profitability & Organizational Decision-Making, As Well as Spearheaded Initiatives to Drive a Multi-Million-Dollar Reduction in Excess Inventory Through Pricing Initiatives. He Was Able to Reduce A $47mm Gross Margin Gap in The Annual Plan by Roughly Half (50%), Through Mitigation Plans Developed in Partnership with Product Management and Channel Sales Teams. During His Time at John Deere, Shaheryar Lead Several Initiatives for Streamlining Processes, And Implementing Required Automation in The Areas of process Flow and Delivery.
Sales – Misch Comes from A Strong Heritage of Real Estate Developers as His Family Is One of the Largest Developers in South Africa. He Found Early Success in leading Sales Efforts and Implementing Unique and Innovative Strategies to Build a Strong and Sustainable Base of Global Investors and Real Estate Brokers to Move Inventory. Mischa Has Taken This Experience and Applied It to The Dubai Real Estate Market Earning Him the Title of The “Guru of Off Plan sales” And The Respect of All Developers in The Market. Mischa Has Been the Number Sales Executive for A Very Prominent Local Brokerage in The Dubai market Where He Trains Other Brokers On the Art of Selling Real Estate. Over The Past Several Years He Has Built Up His Brand Both On the Ground and with his Online Social Presence. Mischa Has Recently Been Added to The Cast of Dubai Heat, A Reality Show Being Produced by The Creators of Buying Beverly Hills, Selling Sunset and Other Real Estate Related Reality TV Shows. This Show Begins Shooting in February and Will Be Distributed by Warner Brothers.
Design – Michean Van Riel Is a Distinguished Figure in The South African Real Estate and Interior Design Industries. Growing Up in A Family Deeply Rooted in Property Development, Michean Was Exposed to The Intricacies of the Field from A Young Age. His Formative Years Were Spent in an Environment Where the Nuances of Large-Scale Property Ventures Were Part of Daily Life, Nurturing His Passion and Understanding of the Real Estate World.
Upon The Completion of His Degree from University of Pretoria, Michean Joined His Family’s Esteemed Property Development Firm. Here, He Gained Invaluable Hands-On Experience in The Planning and Execution of Large-Scale Complex Housing Projects. This Phase of His Career Was Instrumental in Honing His Skills in Project management, Strategic Planning, And Client Relations, Contributing Significantly to His Expertise in The Real Estate Domain. His Innovative Designs and Business Acumen Have Been Recognized with Several Esteemed Awards in The Industry. These Accolades Highlight His Ability to Merge Creative Vision with Practical Implementation, Establishing Him as A Leader in Interior Design. Michean’s Portfolio Is a Testament to His Versatility, Showcasing A Range of Projects That Emphasize Sustainable Luxury and Cutting-Edge Design.
Architecture – Design with Over 13 Years of Experience, Alexander Wiese Has Established a Reputation for Creating Spaces That Are Both Aesthetically Refined and Deeply Functional. His design Philosophy Seamlessly Integrates Minimalist Principles with The Practicalities of Modern Life. Driven by A Commitment to Sustainability, Alexander Advocates for green Initiatives and Emphasizes the Use of Natural Light, Crafting Spaces That Feel Warm, Inviting, And Environmentally Conscious. Alexander’s Portfolio Includes Work in Projects Such as Sitari Country Estate, Aan De Wijnlanden in Stellenbosch, Numerous Rabie Developments, And Hundreds of Garden City Homes.
He Also Made Key Contributions as The Former Technical Director at Nw Architects in Cape Town and as A Senior Member of Gv Architects in Green Point, Prior to Launching His Own Studio. Alexander’s Work Reflects a Balance of Creativity and Discipline, Constantly Innovating Whilst Drawing Upon Years of Expertise. With Experience Spanning High-End Single Residential, Sectional-Title Housing, And Commercial Projects. Having Worked Across Africa, Alexander Brings a Diverse and Adaptable Approach to His Designs, Seamlessly Integrating Local Influences with Contemporary Architectural Solutions. Looking Ahead, He Remains Committed to Pushing the Boundaries of Sustainable Design Whilst Embracing Emerging Technologies to Address the Challenges of Urban Living.
Legal – Conrad Is an Accomplished and Versatile Legal Professional with Over a Decade of Experience Navigating the Complexities of Commercial Law, Property Law, Cyber law, And Data Protection. Holding an LLB from The University of Pretoria, South Africa, An LLM in Cyber Law from The University of Johannesburg, South Africa and Qualifications from The University of Southern Queensland, Conrad Possesses a Deep Understanding of the Legal Landscape, Further Enhanced by His Various GDPR Certifications in Europe.
He Is a Dual-Qualified Attorney, admitted to The High Court of South Africa with Right of Appearance, And Also Holds Admission as A Solicitor in New South Wales, Australia. He Is an Executive Committee Member of the Pretoria Attorney’s Association and The Gauteng Attorney’s Association, Further A Member of the Personal Injury Committee of the Law Society of South Africa. As A Director at Van Niekerk Attorneys, Conrad Plays a Pivotal Role in Leading the Firm’s Operations and Strategic Direction.
He Spearheads Strategic Initiatives, Cultivates Strong Client Relationships, And Provides Expert Litigation Counsel. His Proactive Engagement in Legislative Developments Ensures the Firm Remains at The Forefront of Legal Innovation, particularly in The Rapidly Evolving Field of Cyber Law and Data Privacy. Beyond His Professional Achievements, Conrad Is a Dedicated Advocate for Community Upliftment, Actively Contributing to Initiatives That Promote Social Progress and Access to Justice.
MD Westone Capital Group -Momin Has Over 10 Years’ Experience in Trading, Real Estate and Investments. He Has Played a Pivotal Part in Developing Businesses and Building Strong Relationshipsacross Europe, The Middle East and Asia with The Government Sectors, Funds, Hnwi and Private Investors. Momin Holds Prime Positions Within Large Family Offices Fromgcc & Far East Managing Their Interests as Managing Partner for Their Special Operations.
